Saturday, April 20, 2019

4 tips to keep your home safe while on vacation | E-Neighborhood Advisor



It's that time of year for so many of us – time to head out on a summer vacation!
No matter how long it’s been since your last vacation, it's always a good opportunity for rest, relaxation and a break from the daily routine. But before you head out, here are four tips to help keep your home safe and your mind at easy while you’re away.

1. Keep it Offline 

Criminally-minded people are always watching for opportunities. That’s why it’s vital not to tell everyone on social media that you’ll be away, or share photos and experiences from your vacation spot while you’re still out of your home. The fewer people who know your home will be empty, the better. Instead, save those photos and stories for when you’re back home. 



2. Ask a friend

If you’re going to be away for more than a day or two, consider having someone come by to check on your house. Of course, this is a must if you’ve got pets or plants that need tending to, but even if you don’t it can still be a good idea to have someone stopping by regularly. They can check the mail, bring newspapers in from the driveway, flip lights on and off, and generally make sure that everything is ok in your absence.
Alternatively, you can temporarily stop delivery of items that you regularly receive, like newspapers, milk, and mail, while you’re away.

3. Check the lights 

When you’re at home, you tend to use lights and electronics in a regular pattern – having lights and TVs on in your living areas during the evening, then lights in your bedrooms. If you don’t have anyone watching your house and turning lights on and off, it can be a big giveaway that nobody’s home. Consider investing in timers or apps to program your lights that can mimic a typical day while you’re away.

4. Don’t forget about the yard

If you have a landscaping service, this area is already taken care of. If you are your own landscaper, though, consider hiring a trusted friend or neighborhood teen to cut the grass and keep the yard clean while you’re away. That (along with keeping the mail emptied and the papers off the stoop) will ensure your house looks occupied.
Ultimately, the fewer people who know you’re away and the more your home reflects your daily living patterns while you’re on vacation, the more secure your home will be. I hope you enjoy your vacation, whenever it might be.

Your Flooring Consultant,

Matt Capell
Email: sales@capellinteriors.com
Phone (208) 288-0151
Fax (208) 917-6160

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